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Three types of lice can live on or close to peoples bodies:

(A) Crab lice (also called pubic lice);

(B) Head lice;

(C) Body lice.

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Types of lice

Three types of lice can live on or close to people's bodies:

(A) Crab lice (also called pubic lice);

(B) Head lice;

(C) Body lice.

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Pubic lice

Numerous lice and nits located around the pubic hair.

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Pubic lice

Numerous lice and nits located around the pubic hair.

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Head lice nits

Numerous head lice nits are attached to the hairs.

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Head lice nits

Numerous head lice nits are attached to the hairs.

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